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'the constitutional violations described in our findings result in part from critical deficiencies in BPD's systems to train equip supervise and hold officers accountable and to build relationships with the broader baltimore community. first BPD fails to adequately supervise its officers. ... second BPD lacks meaningful accountability systems to deter misconduct. .... third BPD fails to have proper agreements in place to coordinate its activities with other agencies that are operating within its jurisdiction. fourth BPD fails to adequately support its officers through effective strategies for recruitment retention and staffing patterns and does not provide them with appropriate technology and equipment. fifth BPD does not engage effectively with the community it polices. ... these systemic deficiencies impair officer safety and effectiveness and LEAD DIRECTLY TO VIOLATIONS OF THE CONSTITUTION AND FEDERAL LAW' - from the department of justice report on the baltimore police department |
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